NYC Textile Classes

Beginner or not bring your friends, beginners start with a hat in the round. If you are already knitting we will teach you how to knit a reversible cable scarf or fingerless gloves. This class is all hands on. circular needles, double pointed and cables.Yarn not included in the class fee. All yarn must be purchased at the school. Babies are welcome as long as they ...

Students will be able to learn how to weave with a pre-set loom. Experiment with ideas and materials in a 2-hour class and take your creation home with you.You can use various materials from our hundreds of yarn selections. Cost of materials will be charged by weight. Your artwork is weighed when it's finished....

This class will introduce creative weaving and encourage the development of children’s manipulative skills by spinning and felting from natural fiber, dyeing, sewing, knitting and crochet.Our class provides a 'Do-It-Yourself' experience for children. It is a process-oriented program that empowers every child to create with confidence without the fear of making a ...

This workshop will show you all of the main methods for working short row shaping, discuss why you would use short rows in a project, and help you make the most informed decision as far as which type to pick for you as a knitter.Have you heard of the elusive “short row”, but aren’t quite sure what it is or why it exists? Does your next pattern call for you to ...

This class offers guided inspiration to hone an individual voice and signature design style. There will be monthly themes to explore and creativity exercises that draw on various disciplines and make use of improvisation, clustering etc. We will also share stumbling blocks in the design process, difficult decisions and breakthrough moments.It can be lonely trying to ...

In this two- week class, you will learn the chain & the four basic crochet stitches. At the end of the second session, you will be able to crochet a scarf.Let us help you discover the wonderful world of crochet! If you've never crocheted before, this is the class for you. All materials are included....

If you want to learn how to knit continental this class is for you. Beginner or not, this is an opportunity to add speed and consistency to your gauge through automation.Continental is considered a more efficient method of knitting because you employ both hands simultaneously which eventually allows you to settle into a comfortable level of efficiency. In just ...

Learn how to screen print on glass, metal, plastic, wood & more using a variety of inks.Get the low down on printing on non-traditional materials. Students are encouraged to use this class to develop projects printing on alternative materials. A demo will be done at the beginning of each class explaining the intricacies of printing with solvent based inks, proper ...

In this 2 hour workshop you will learn how to make a luxurious throw in a matter of just hours (not months, weeks or even days). You will be able to complete at least half of the throw in class. Finished garment size is approximately 30'' x 40''. Yarn required for this class is available in two different fibers - merino and alpaca. Alpaca is much more prone to ...

In this introductory footwear course participants will learn all the skills needed to design a custom pair of sandals from top to bottom. Beginning with a basic sketch, each student will go through all of the steps needed to create full patterns for all of the shoe's components before putting everything together into a finished open toe sandal. In addition to design ...

Learn the basics of crochet: chain, single crochet, double crochet, shells, popcorn, reading stitch patterns.Materials not included. All yarn must be purchased at the school....

In this two-hour class, you will learn how to increase and decrease. We will teach pattern reading and demystify all those abbreviations and symbols. Move beyond the scarf. By the time you finish this class, you will be ready to start on your first hat, shawl, or simple sweater. Skill Prerequisite:  Must know how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off....

In this two-week class, you will learn to cast on, work the knit and purl stitches and bind off. If you've never knitted before, this is the class for you. You will also learn the basics of gauge and yarn types.Start learning a craft you’ll cherish for a lifetime! By the end of the second session you’ll be ready to make your first scarf.Skill Prerequisite: None, ...

Students enrolled in this class will learn to create their own fabric infinity scarf.This class will teach students to create their own crocheted infinity scarf. Learn a basic reading a pattern and crocheting to create a beautiful scarf for any season. Holly will also review great sources for yarns and patterns and provide details on making flowers and pomps to ...

Learn to spin or improve your spinning skills and learn new techniques including plying, carding, combing and silk reeling. Locked out of Donna's Spinning classes at Vogue knitting Live? Learn to spin your own yarn on a drop spindle with this 7 week class, taught by Donna Panner, founder and head of Spin City New York.  Note: Materials not included, to be ...